---
title: "Blame It on Rio"
year: 1984
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/blame-it-on-rio-1984"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 14347
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 100
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Blame It on Rio (1984) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/blame-it-on-rio-1984

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Blame It on Rio is a film first released in 1984. Catalogued under Comedy, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Sherwood, 20th Century Fox. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A vacation in Rio leads to a secret romance with a best friend's daughter."

### Why Watch
- Features a scenic holiday setting in Rio
- Combines comedy and romance genres

### Caveats & Content Note
- Involves a controversial romantic entanglement
- Tone & Suitability: The film deals with romantic themes and carries an R rating.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, romance

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/blame-it-on-rio-1984#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Stanley Donen
- **Networks / Studios**: Sherwood, 20th Century Fox

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Michael Caine** as *Matthew Hollis*
- **Michelle Johnson** as *Jennifer Lyons*
- **Joseph Bologna** as *Victor Lyons*
- **Demi Moore** as *Nicole 'Nikki' Hollis*
- **Valerie Harper** as *Karen Hollis*
- **José Lewgoy** as *Eduardo Marques*
- **Lupe Gigliotti** as *Signora Botega*
- **Tessy Callado** as *Helaine*
- **Zeni Pereira** as *Mother of the Bride*
- **Eduardo Conde** as *Singer in the Dance Club*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film about?
Matthew Hollis goes on holiday in Rio with his best friend and their teenage daughters, leading to a secret relationship with his friend's daughter.

### Q: Who are some of the actors in the film?
The cast includes Michael Caine, Joseph Bologna, Valerie Harper, Michelle Johnson, and Demi Moore.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Stanley Donen.

### Q: When was the film released in the US?
The film was released on February 17, 1984.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
The film is categorized as comedy and romance.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Blame It on Rio — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/14347)
- [Blame It On Rio movie review & film summary](https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/blame-it-on-rio-1984)
- [Za to může Rio [Blame It on Rio] (1984): Komentáře a recenze…](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/23385-za-to-muze-rio/komentare)
- [Za to může Rio / Blame It on Rio (1984)](https://www.sms.cz/film/za-to-muze-rio)
- [Blame It on Rio / Blame It on Rio | Fandíme Filmu](https://www.fandimefilmu.cz/film/10235-blame-it-on-rio)
- [Blame It on Rio (2023) | DIV.cz](https://div.cz/film/blame-it-on-rio)

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